# Hilton made sweeping promises to voters just hours before the president endorsed him in California’s governor.

*business · news · 2026-04-06 · New York Post*

## Key points

- Steve Hilton received a direct endorsement from President Trump after a personal phone call.
- Hilton pledged to Trump and voters to work harder than any previous governor for change.
- Hilton rejects claims that GOP candidates want to distance themselves from Trump in California.
- Hilton is leading in several polls as Democrats face a split voting base in the gubernatorial race.

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